Smooth is Fast Autocross Performance: Enabling Smooth Inputs

Smooth is Fast Autocross Performance a high-performance driving series providing readers a complete, one-stop source for autocross information.

Vol 4, "Enabling Smoothness" explains how to "be smooth" with driver inputs, and analyses the cause and effect of such inputs. It also discusses notions of "looking ahead," "straightening turns," and the importance of knowing the course.

The "Smooth is Fast: Autocross Performance" series covers the nuts-and-bolts of autocross--from handling adjustments and choosing an apex, to course-walking and corner working. Further, there is an emphasis on the driving strategies that translate to all areas of high-performance driving. There is also an extensive glossary defining much of the jargon that can be a barrier for novice drivers.

By focusing on driver inputs--namely the concept of grip, and the relationship between driver inputs via the steering wheel, throttle, brakes, and gearchange--both novice and experienced racers will find value in Smooth is Fast: Autocross Performance.